Bellingham on Tap

Holy shit, we can go out again! But where? Phase 2 of the post-COVID reopening got here sooner than expected, thanks to the state’s increase in acceptable case levels. Some establishments were ready to throw open the doors right away, but many will need some time to sort themselves out. These places have announced their …

You can sit in a restaurant, but not at the bar Whatcom County announced today that the county’s application to move Phase 2 of reopening was approved by the state. What does it mean for bars and restaurants? Restaurants can operate at half their normal seating capacity, inside and out. Tables can seat up to …

It’s hard to believe it was only March 16 that Governor Inslee shut down the state’s bars and restaurants. Psych! It’s been a year. At least. No live music, no happy hour, no karaoke. Fortunately, creative Bellinghamsters have jumped into the gap to alleviate your crushing boredom and loneliness. Introducing the Bellingham on Tap Kwaranteen …

Staying at home is all well and good, but ya gotta eat. A simple grocery run has become a minefield of contagion and dirty looks. You might look to Instacart to avoid the rigamarole of masking up, gloving down, and trying to maintain a safe distance from all the other people who just want something …

Governor Jay Inslee issued a decree Sunday night to shut down all bars in Washington, and severely limiting the operation of other businesses. Here is the full statement: Given the explosion of COVID-19 in our state and globally, I will sign a statewide emergency proclamation tomorrow to temporarily shut down restaurants, bars and entertainment and …

Super Bowl 54. Niners and Chiefs. J-lo and Shakira. Every bar with a TV will have the game on, but some places are going the extra mile to tempt you. Extremes Sports Grill will have a $14 all-you-can-eat pizza buffet, Jell-O shots and swag give-aways. Gruff Brewing is having discounts on beer all day, and …

The 5th annual Bellingham Cocktail Week is more focused on the industry than in previous years. There will be a slew of tasting events, a couple of industry mixers, a bartending competition, a distillery expo, and a closing night gala that’s sure to be a bar owners convention. There’s still plenty on the party side …

At some point you’re going to want to leave the house. Here are the places to go, listed in order of opening time. The Waterfront 521 W. Holly St., opens at 8am Serves fish and chips, burgers, bar snacks Greene’s Corner 2208 James St., open 10am-6pm Serves pizza, sandwiches, breakfast all day Glynn’s Shamrock Pub …

Rook and Rogue closing at end of year The owners of Rook and Rogue Game Pub have announced that December 31 December 8 will be their last day of operations unless a buyer comes forward. The bar has apparently been running at a loss for its entire run. UPDATE: Closure has been moved up to …

by June Hathaway It’s time for Halloween, round one. With the holiday falling on a Thursday, you might expect the festivities to cluster on the weekend after. But Halloween is a season now, so we get two weekends of horrible hijinks. (This isn’t a comprehensive listing of spooky events – there’s too much going on …